Historical Insights

Riots

Public protests and frustrations can boil over into violence and chaos. See insights about past events like the Boston Slave Riot and New York City Draft Riots.

The Boston Draft Riot

The Boston Draft Riot of 1863 saw violent protests against the Civil War draft, fueled by class and racial tensions.

The Los Angeles Watts Riot

The 1965 Los Angeles Watts Riot was a pivotal moment in civil rights history, sparked by racial tensions and inequality.

Additional Historical Insights

Astor Place Riot
Baltimore Riot of 1861
Boston Draft Riot 1863
Cincinnati Courthouse Riot of 1884
Dead Rabbits Riot
Haymarket Riots
Honolulu Courthouse Riot
Los Angeles Watts Riot 1965

Memphis Riots
Milwaukee Smallpox Riots
Nat Turner Rebellion Virginia
New York Draft Riots 1863
Orange Riots
Riot of 1866
Springfield Illinois Race Riot 1908
Zoot Suit Riots Los Angeles